Genealogy
HOW AND WHY TO WORK WITH A GENEALOGIST
Did you know that Larry David is actually related to Bernie Sanders? If you didn’t, don’t feel bad—they didn’t know it either! In fact, the two of them wouldn’t even know about the connection if it hadn’t been for the help of TV show’s Finding Your Roots team of professional genealogists. If you’ve got an […]
FAMILY HISTORY INTERVIEWS: HANDLE WITH CARE
Questioning relatives calls for interest, finesse, and empathy. A family history book can give living family members a sense of heritage and belonging. It introduces them to the personalities, places, and times of their ancestors, and becomes a treasure for present and future generations. It can also become a historic and cultural reference for others. […]
TIPS AND STRATEGIES FOR RESEARCHING FAMILY HISTORY
Researching one’s family history is a compelling journey for several reasons. First, it offers a profound sense of identity and belonging. Discovering the stories and experiences of ancestors can help individuals understand their cultural and ethnic heritage, fostering a deeper connection to their roots. Moreover, family history research provides a tangible link between generations. Uncovering […]
20 FAMILY HISTORY GIFT IDEAS
Learning about our family helps us connect with the past and discover a greater sense of self. Looking into our family history gives us a glimpse of where we came from. It’s no wonder family history gifts are growing in popularity. From simple family trees printed on parchment paper to elaborate coffee table books, there […]
10 GREAT WAYS TO SHARE YOUR GENEALOGY RESEARCH FINDINGS
After weeks (or even months) of tracing your family history, you’ve finally completed your genealogy research. Now the only question that remains is how you’ll share your findings with your family and maybe even the world. Discovering your family history is an exciting process you likely won’t want to keep to yourself. These ten great […]
8 PERFECT GIFTS FOR THE FAMILY HISTORIAN
Christmas is quickly approaching, and if you’re like most of us, you’re probably scrambling to find the perfect gift for the loved ones in your life. If the special person you’re shopping for happens to be the family historian, you are in luck! We have compiled a list of 8 great gifts for genealogy buffs […]
UNBELIEVABLY STRANGE HISTORICAL FACTS
As writers, we are inherently curious beings. And given that our portfolio includes various family history and genealogy projects, it’s only natural that we’d find history to be especially fascinating and compelling. In one of our recent ventures down the rabbit hole of interesting historical facts, we came across this article from Ranker.com, with historical […]
ANCESTRAL FAMILY NAME CHANGES: HOW TO TRACE YOUR ANCESTORS WHEN BIRTH NAMES ARE UNKNOWN
We’ve probably all heard the sob story: A poor immigrant arrived in Ellis Island after their harrowing journey across the Atlantic. Not understanding the fast-spoken English of the customs officials there, the immigrant tried to give the official their name, but was misunderstood. Due to an overload of immigrants to process, as well as a […]
7 STEPS TO DECIPHERING OLD HANDWRITING FOR GENEALOGY RESEARCH
Picture this…You’ve suddenly come into possession of a box filled with old family pictures and genealogy documents, including a diary written by one of your ancestors over 100 years ago. Excited to uncover long forgotten family secrets, you open up the diary, only to find that you can barely read the chicken scratch scrawled on […]
AFRICAN AMERICAN LINEAGE: 9 STEPS TO TRACING THE ANCESTRY OF SLAVES
For many people wishing to trace their heritage back to the time their ancestors immigrated to America, there are numerous sources and resources available. But what if your ancestors did not come to this country of their own free will? What if, instead, they were brought here hundreds of years ago by slave traders? Often, […]